THE PERFECT PINT, FOUND IN NIAGARA
Niagara is more than just wine country. With our boutique-like breweries all over the region, the craft beer industry is alive and well! The Niagara Ale Trail is your guide to the must-visit offerings in the area, both established and new to the local craft scene. Plan your brewery visits with our Ale Trail map – perfect for your day trip around the Niagara or an extended Beercation!
LOCAL BREWERIES
Cold Break Brewing
193 St. Paul St. W
Featured STC150 Beer: Niagara-Inspired Grape Ale
Blending Niagara’s celebrated wine culture with the creativity of craft brewing, Cold Break Brewing’s STC150 feature beer is a unique Grape Ale brewed with both red and white grape juice. Expect bright notes of white grape, berry, cantaloupe, and subtle hop character layered over a smooth blonde ale base.
To complete the experience, guests can pair the feature beer with Cold Break’s Portofino Pasta, with basil pesto, linguine, cherry tomato, feta, and optional grilled chicken.
Decew Falls Brewing Co.
207 St. Paul St. W.
Featured STC150 Beer: North Street Lager
Decew Falls Brewing Co.’s North Street Lager draws inspiration from one of St. Catharines’ most important historical stories. Named in honour of Harriet Tubman’s time in St. Catharines and her connection to North Street and the Underground Railroad, this commemorative lager celebrates courage, resilience, and community.
Crafted as an approachable, all-encompassing lager, North Street Lager offers visitors an opportunity to experience local history through a distinctly St. Catharines craft beer lens.
Looking for the perfect bite to pair with this iconic beer? Try the Hot Honey Flatbread, loaded with cup & char pepperoni, bacon, red onions, old cheddar, hot pickled peppers, and of course hot honey!
Lock Street Brewing Co.
15 Lock St.
Featured STC150 Beer: Port Side Pilsner
Inspired by the hardworking spirit and waterfront heritage of Port Dalhousie, Port Side Pilsner reflects Lock Street Brewing Company’s dedication to approachable, expertly crafted beer made for everyone. Crisp, refreshing, and easy-drinking, this featured STC150 release celebrates the brewery’s long-standing commitment to creating accessible craft beer experiences in St. Catharines.
This summer the brewery team will also be hitting the road with appearances at local festivals, community events, and brewery pop-ups across St. Catharines and Niagara.
Keep your eyes on the Niagara Ale Trail and LoveSTC channels for updates on where to find the Lock Street team and your next pint of Port Side Pilsner throughout the summer season.
Merchant Ale House
98 St Paul St.
Must Sip: In the Pines Pale Ale
Among the pioneers of the craft brewing industry, the Merchant Ale House was one of St. Catharines’s first brewpubs and has been brewing a wide variety of unique beers for more than 20 years. A St. Catharines icon, “The Merch” is ideal for craft beer, cocktails, casual fare and live music right in the heart of downtown.